You love spending time on the water and fishing in your kayak. To make your kayak fishing trip easier and more efficient you bought a trolling motor. Now that you have a trolling motor do you have to register your boat? Does a Kayak With a Motor Need To Be Registered? In all states in…
Both Watersnake and Minn Kota trolling motors are common on boats these days. In fact, if you are in the market for a new trolling motor, you’ve likely heard of these two brands. While the brand name on your trolling motor isn’t everything, different brands are known for having different strengths and weaknesses. Here’s what…
Both Rhodan and Minn Kota are known for making trolling motors. In fact, many people who decide to purchase one find themselves trying to choose between these two brands. While it can be a difficult choice, knowing more about the two brands can help. Many would say that you can’t go wrong with a trolling…
Both Intex and Minn Kota make trolling motors. If you are looking for a new trolling motor or just interested in what is out there, it’s important to know about both of these brands. That way, you can be sure to get the very best trolling motor for your specific needs. Both of these brands…
Ever since its introduction, the spot lock has been a game-changer. Anyone who has interacted with it will attest to its advantages. Many boating companies have started including the spot lock on their new products. However, you can still add a spot lock to your trolling motor. What is a Spot-Lock? A spot lock is…
Each year, thousands of anglers hit the waters in search of some catch. They bring along the right equipment, including a boat. An essential item on that boat is the trolling motor. Can a trolling motor be too big? No. The bigger the trolling motor, the better! Anglers always strive to get the biggest size…
You found the fishing boat of your dreams. Now you have a great trolling motor too, but this is larger than other trolling motors and you need more voltage. Here is how to get the voltage of 24 or 36 that you need. What you need 2 or 3 12 volt deep cycle marine batteries…
Trolling motors have been a life-changing tool for anglers. They get to move efficiently without much effect, and their quiet operation allows you to stay in stealth while approaching fish. However, there are different types of motors, such as the transom mount trolling motor. When it comes to inflatable boats and other small watercraft, the…
Do you have a paddleboat but want to take a break from pedaling? Pedal or paddle boats (whichever way you want to call it) are a fantastic way to get some exercise while cruising around the waters. But what if you need a break from pedaling? Can you put a trolling motor on a paddleboat?…
If you’ve ever found the trolling motor a hassle to add onto your inflatable boat due to its size and weight, you may want to consider the Bixpy Jet. This new device has recently gained a lot of popularity over the last few years. However, is it all that it’s hyped up to be? We’ll…
Setting up an inflatable boat may sound simple: just blow it up, and you’re done, right? Unfortunately, it’s not that simple. There are a few kinks most new boat owners experience run into when setting it up for the first time. You’ll need to get a few things right such as installing the floorboards correctly,…
Fuses and circuit breakers play an important role in all electrical systems, including your trolling motor. If you’re new to trolling motors, you may not understand what fuses and circuit breakers are and why they’re important. This post will compare the differences between fuses and circuit breakers and which one is right for you. Trolling…
Have the fish stopped biting lately? If you’re having trouble catching fish, then you’re probably looking for answers. Could your trolling motor be causing the problem? All trolling motors produce at least some noise, and of course, that noise is going to be amplified underwater. But is it enough to keep the fish away? Is…
Trolling motors come in many different styles, sizes, and categories. If you’ve been using a trolling motor for any length of time, you may be getting frustrated with the manual stow and deploy features. Are there any trolling motors that stow and deploy automatically? Self-deploying trolling motors are still a relatively new idea, but there…
Trolling motor accessories come in all shapes and sizes and have many different uses. They are the “little things” that can make your day on the water easier, less of a hassle, and more enjoyable. Of course, there are literally hundreds, if not thousands, of trolling motor accessories available. Google “best trolling motor accessories” and…
Looking for a new trolling motor battery? Maybe you’re new to shopping for batteries and are a bit confused by all the different options out there. Or maybe your last battery didn’t perform as well as you’d like, so you’re looking for something better. Either way, you’ve come to the right place! Today, we’re going…
If you know anything about how motors work, you may be wondering whether trolling motors are brushed or brushless. The truth is, it depends on the trolling motor. Most trolling motors are still brushed, but some are beginning to make use of the newer brushless technology. So which type of trolling motor is better? What…
Looking for a trolling motor for your bass boat? You’ve come to the right place! Most bass boats are a little too large and bulky to paddle, but small enough that they may not need a full-size outboard motor. On the other hand, maybe you’d prefer to use your outboard motor for getting around, then…
You may have heard that bow mount trolling motors are generally the most effective, efficient, and durable trolling motors on the market. So you’re curious: what are some of the best bow mount trolling motors currently available? Great question! In this article, we’ll review some of the top bow mount trolling motors you can buy,…
Looking for a trolling motor battery that will fit in your kayak? You’ve come to the right place! Having a trolling motor for your kayak saves you from having to paddle hour after hour. In turn, you get to conserve your arm strength for the things that matter, such as casting and reeling in your…